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The fungal pathogen Candida auris exposes chitin to trigger IFNγ and persist in hair follicles
Editor’s summary Structured Abstract Abstract Supplementary Materials References and Notes Information & Authors Metrics & Citations Check Access References Figures Tables Media Share Editor’s summary Candida auris is an emerging pathogen that can cause severe, multidrug-resistant infections. Because the fungus can colonize skin asymptomatically, it is poised to be transmitted between individuals and to initiate invasive infections within the body when immune defenses are weakened. Merrill et al.
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Cincinnati Reds First Impressions Of 2026
It was a rough Opening Day for the Cincinnati Reds as they were shut out en route to a 3-0 loss in front of a sold-out crowd, but they bounced back to take the next two from Boston. It was a good inter-league matchup with storylines after storylines to uncover. To preface this, a three-game sample is obviously too small to put true opinions out there, but there were flashes of what the 2026 Reds team will look like.
Nathaniel Lowe’s Role on the Cincinnati Reds
The Cincinnati Reds’ 26-man roster has been finalized, and veteran first baseman Nathaniel Lowe has made the team out of spring. Before Spring Training, the Reds signed Lowe to a minor league contract, with an invitation to major league Spring Training, and it is safe to say that he has made a good first impression. Manager Terry Francona has shared that his role on this team, at least to start the season, will be a bench bat. Let’s look at his strengths and how he might perform this season.
Alfredo Duno: Cincinnati Reds’ Intriguing Catching Prospect
With the MLB Spring Breakout underway for the next few days, it is the perfect time to talk about an intriguing prospect in the Reds system. The Spring Breakout games are a beautiful way to watch exciting prospects take the field, giving fans a taste of the future. In Cincinnati’s case, catcher Alfredo Duno is a name fans have been familiar with for a while, and the anticipation around him is rather high despite his ETA being in 2028.
The Reds’ Guide to First Half Success Without Hunter Greene
Springtime sadness has hit the Cincinnati Reds, as starter Hunter Greene underwent arthroscopic surgery to remove bone chips and loose bodies from his elbow last Wednesday. If everything goes according to plan, the Reds ace will be back on the mound in July. It comes as a huge blow for Cincinnati as they will now have to navigate the first few months of the season without their ace.
Former Cincinnati Red Shines in the WBC With Taiwan
Team Taiwan has wrapped up its 2026 World Baseball Classic action. They took the field in Japan, playing four games in the Tokyo Dome as part of Pool C, where they competed against Japan, Korea, Czechia, and Australia. Japan and Korea have both advanced, but Taiwan once again showed out in the biggest stage, going 2-2, winning in blowout fashion against Czechia and grinding out an extra-innings win against Korea, a historical rival.
Former Cincinnati Red Shines in the WBC With Taiwan
He's running out of options. The Cincinnati Reds made another round of roster cuts, and this time, Christian Encarnacion-Strand was caught in the …
Cincinnati Reds Shining in Spring Training: Pitchers Edition
While the rest of the country is dealing with the last few days of winter, Arizona is the momentary home for the Cincinnati Reds during spring training. The weather is warm, and the arms are firing, so let’s check out some Reds pitchers who have stood out so far this spring. Reds Pitchers Who are Shining in Spring Training After getting a cup of coffee in the big leagues in 2025, Chase Burns will be aiming to take a rotation spot out of spring training.
Cincinnati Reds Shining in Spring: Hitters Edition
The Spring sun is shining down in Arizona, and some hitters in Reds uniforms have been shining in these early Spring Training contests. For Spring Training, the process and feel are the priority, not stats and results, but it’s still fun to check in on who’s looking good. Blake Dunn – LF Blake Dunn is a speedy, fourth-outfielder kind of guy who has shown flashes of pop in the minor leagues. So far in Spring, he has played eight games, slashing .717.
Reliever’s Comeback is a Potential Gem for the Reds
Tejay Antone is a 32-year-old reliever who has less than 100 major league innings, yet he may be a stable piece of the Cincinnati Reds’ bullpen in 2026. Tejay Antone Could Play Key Role in Reds Bullpen This Season In 2020, Antone made his long-awaited MLB debut after getting drafted in the fifth round of the 2014 draft by the Reds. In that season, he made 13 appearances (four starts), totaling 35 1/3 innings. He was absolutely lights out as he had a 2.80 ERA, 3.64 FIP, and 176 ERA+.
The 2026 Cincinnati Reds: Every Player’s Road to the Show
With the World Baseball Classic approaching, what better way to celebrate than to look at the current Cincinnati Reds roster and their roots? No matter the country or state they are from and where they played before the majors, they are now all working towards a common goal. The Road to the Show for Everyone on the Reds Roster Beginning with the starting rotation, the ace of the team, Hunter Greene, is from the Golden State, where he was born and raised in Los Angeles.
A Look at the Reds Defense going into 2026
Defense wins championships, the age-old phrase that remains true to this day. As a team, the Reds had 2 DRS in 2025, which puts them around the middle of the league rankings-wise. They have multiple strong defensive players, which pairs well with their dominant pitching staff. With many new additions to the team ahead of the 2026 season, let’s see how they can lineup their starting nine to create the best defensive team possible.
Eugenio Suárez and the Reds Reunite: Full Fit Analysis
Why the “Cheap” Contract? On the surface, it is a bit difficult to understand how he ended up with a one-year deal at just $15 million. However, a quick glance can explain the hesitancy in signing him to a long-term deal or committing a big chunk of money to him. First of all, Suárez strikes out at an extremely high rate and has always done so. He has led the league in strikeouts three separate times.
Reds Prospect’s Long Awaited Return
The 2024 season was quite a miserable one for the Cincinnati Reds. They weren’t an awful team, but they weren’t good either. They finished fourth in the NL Central with a 77-85 record despite heading into the year with postseason aspirations. Reds Prospect’s Long-Awaited Return By September of that year, there was nothing to play for record-wise, which allowed top pitching prospect Rhett Lowder to get his cup of coffee. He made just a handful of starts and was quite effective.
Hidden Gems in Reds Non-Roster Invitees for Spring Training?
One of the more fun aspects of the waning months of the offseason is seeing the non-roster invitees to Spring Training. There’s always a mixture of young prospects looking to gain their first bit of Major League Baseball experience by competing against (some, not all) big leaguers for the first time. On the other hand, there are also established big leaguers who are looking to regain their footing.
Reds Roster Expectations: Bullpen Edition
The Cincinnati Reds‘ bullpen is perhaps the most different part of the roster compared to last year. Many trades were made, but there will also be prominent relievers returning as well. The team addressed some of its deficiencies from last season. They were already solid in 2025, and will hope to be even better in 2026 as they look to make back-to-back postseason appearances.
Reds Roster Expectations: Starting Pitchers Edition
Amidst an offseason of trade rumors regarding Reds ace Hunter Greene, the rotation has remained largely the same. A few pieces here and there were changed, but the core of a proven, strong, starting rotation will once again toe the slab in Reds uniforms in 2026. With that, let’s see one expectation for every member of the starting rotation, plus some other arms who can expect to fill in at some point in 2026. Hunter Greene What else can be said about Greene.
Reds 2026 Roster Expectation: Starting Lineup Edition
The new year is officially upon us, and the best holiday of all is slowly approaching. Opening day is now a few months away, and the fans in Reds Country are excited for a potential postseason birth once again. The offseason is far from over, but rosters are starting to take shape. With a rather uneventful offseason so far for Cincinnati, their position player group remains largely similar from 2025.
Cincinnati Reds Potential Low Risk, High Reward Free Agent Option
The Reds have seemingly gone down the path of going for budget options this offseason. After reportedly being all in on Kyle Schwarber, they have stood firm in their stance that they will add around $20 million to their current payroll. A potential move they can make is former Cleveland Guardian Jhonkensy Noel. There are plenty of things to like about him, potential-wise and fit-wise, and he will be an extremely cheap pickup.
Keys to Cincinnati Reds Outfielder’s Breakout Season
The offseason is officially rolling, with multiple trades and signings hitting the market. The Cincinnati Reds have added to their bullpen, but their lineup remains essentially unchanged. However, oftentimes, the solution to a problem can be found in-house, and with Cincinnati’s below-average offense looking for a boost in 2026, outfielder Will Benson can be the prime candidate to fix this problem.
A Potential Reds Trade Target in San Diego
Kyle Schwarber, seemingly the Cincinnati Reds’ main target in this year’s free agency, is off the board, as he re-signed with the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday. Reports have come out that the Reds made an offer of 5 years and $125 million, which is $25 million shy of the eventual 5-year, $150 million deal the Phillies dished out. All signs are pointing towards the Reds not making that level of financial commitment to other free agents, which is a frustrating story for another day.
The Reds’ Potential Bullpen Breakout Star
With the re-signing of Emilio Pagan earlier this week, the Cincinnati Reds’ closer job is locked down for 2026. With them comfortably having Tony Santillan as their setup man, that leaves the back-end roles set in stone. However, prospect Luis Mey could emerge as a pivotal piece next year, further solidifying the Reds’ bullpen.
Checking In on the Reds’ Top Prospects
The Cincinnati Reds’ farm system is one of the most talented in all of baseball. Some prospects had small stints in the big leagues in 2025, while some have an ETA of 2026, meaning the team will likely see tons of young faces. Let’s look at which top prospects can make an impact for the Reds in 2026. The Reds’ Top Prospects Offer Tons of Potential The Reds’ number one overall prospect made his MLB debut down the stretch of the 2025 season and played a huge part in their postseason berth.
Ke’Bryan Hayes 2026 Projection
Ke’Bryan Hayes was the first piece acquired in the 2025 trade deadline for the Cincinnati Reds. He lived up to expectations by winning yet another Gold Glove, cementing him as one of the best defenders in the league. His offense, however, was a pleasant surprise at times throughout the second half. This poses a curious question: can he take that next step at the plate in 2026 for Cincinnati? Ke’Bryan Hayes 2026 Projection Hayes signed an 8-year, $70 million extension with the Pirates back in 2022.
The Reds Have a Major Hole to Fill for 2026
With the offseason beginning to gain traction, the Cincinnati Reds have one area of their roster that they will have to improve for 2026. Their bullpen as a whole was solid throughout the year, but they had a need for left-handed relievers that was never filled. More specifically, they had a severe lack of left-handed relievers who can miss bats. Let’s take a look at how the few lefties in their bullpen performed in 2025, and some options in the free agency market for 2026.
Cincinnati Reds’ 2026 Closer Options
As seen in recent years, a bullpen can make or break a postseason run. A group of hot arms can shut down the league’s best offenses, but one hiccup can also change the trajectory of a World Series run. Cincinnati Reds’ 2026 Closer Options For the Cincinnati Reds, a team with postseason aspirations going into 2026, they have a few options for their closer role. Emilio Pagan was great as the Reds closer in 2025 but is now a free agent. Should they bring him back or look elsewhere?
The Reds Have an Embarrassment of Riches at Catcher Next Season
It was a tale of two seasons for both Cincinnati Reds catchers in 2025. On one hand, newcomer Jose Trevino had a blistering start to the season at the plate that earned him a nice three-year, $15 million extension. The rest of the season was not as pretty at the plate as he reverted to his usual offensive production. As for Tyler Stephenson, he battled injuries throughout the season and ended up appearing in just 88 games.
Reds Have a Tough Call on Maintaining or Trading Utilityman
For three seasons now (excluding 28 games in 2022), Spencer Steer has been consistently penciled into the Cincinnati Reds lineup. With him set to make $4 million in 2026 in his first year of arbitration, some questions have arisen regarding his future with the team. On one hand, he has been solid and will be an affordable player for the next three seasons. On the other hand, he may be clogging some of Cincinnati’s promising prospects brewing in their system.
Lefty Outfielder Had an Underwhelming First Year for the Reds
Gavin Lux’s Poor Fit with the Reds For a team like the Reds, who struggle with power, adding Lux to the lineup was not going to improve that aspect of the game. His career high in home runs came in his final season with the Los Angeles Dodgers, where he hit 10 in 139 games. This was coming off the heels of a 2023 season where he spent the entire year recovering from an ACL tear.
What’s Next For Reds Prospect Chase Petty?
Reds 7th overall prospect Chase Petty is a name baseball fans have been accustomed to for a while now. From dominating high school hitters in the Tri State Area to becoming the Twins first round pick in 2021, to a main piece in Cincinnati’s minor league system via the Sonny Gray trade, he is still just 22 years-old. What’s Next For Reds Prospect Chase Petty? 2025 saw Petty make his MLB debut, where he pitched quite poorly in his cup of coffee.
Reds Face Decision on Free Agent Starter Acquired at Deadline
Reds Deadline Acquisition Zack Littell Now a Free Agent Overall in 2025, it was another solid showing for the 30-year-old Littell, as he posted a 3.81 ERA in 186 2/3 innings. He was healthy all year, making 32 starts and eating up a good amount of innings with an above-average ERA. Due to his workload, he actually accumulated 3.2 bWAR, which is the highest of his eight-year career.
The Case for the Reds to Re-Sign a Steady-Hitting Righty
In a 2025 trade deadline that saw a few newcomers for the Cincinnati Reds, Miguel Andujar stood out as more than just a rental. His performance down the line of this past season has stirred the conversation: Should the Reds re-sign him? Let’s look into the numbers and answer that question. Miguel Andujar’s Overall 2025 Stats Andujar split the 2025 season between the Athletics and the Reds as he played 60 games with the A’s and 34 with Cincinnati.
Reds Could Look Into Upgrade at Utility Man Position
It’s no secret that in the modern game of baseball, versatility is critical to a team’s success. Managers and front offices like working with flexible lineups that can fit the matchup as best as possible, and utility men are becoming more and more valuable. To use the 2025 World Series rosters as an example, both the Los Angeles Dodgers and Toronto Blue Jays roster players with defensive versatility.
Reds Face Decision on Maintaining Versatile Pitcher This Offseason
After a two-year stint with the Cincinnati Reds, Nick Martinez is entering free agency. Many are clamoring for the Reds to retain his services, while others are comfortable in letting him walk. Let’s dig into his contributions and whether the Reds should let him walk away in free agency. Reds Face Decision on Bringing Back Nick Martinez in Free Agency In 2025, Nick Martinez appeared in 40 games: 26 as a starter and 14 as a reliever.
Chase Burns First Impression With The Reds
Chase Burns just wrapped up his first stint as a big leaguer for the Cincinnati Reds. The second overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft struggled a bit in a 13-game stint. He faced some adversity as he hit the shelf with a right flexor strain and was moved to the bullpen. It was a bumpy ride for the 22-year-old, but he will play a big part in Cincinnati’s quest for continued success.
Looking Back on Matt McLain’s 2025 Season
This season, Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain saw his first regular big league action since his 2023 rookie campaign.. He logged an impressive 147 games, but his performance was anything but. In a long, grueling season for the 26-year-old, he never truly found his footing at any point in the season, mostly struggling throughout. Let’s take a look at what went wrong with Matt McLain in 2025.
Cincinnati Reds Wild Card Series Preview
Hunter Greene is Cincinnati’s ace and will be taking the bump in Game 1. Greene missed a good chunk of the year with an injury but still tallied up 107 2/3 innings with a 2.76 ERA. This concludes back-to-back dominant seasons for the 26-year-old, and he will look to take on two-time Cy Young Award winner Blake Snell. Snell himself is coming off a season riddled with injuries, but in the 11 starts that he made, he looked as sharp as ever with a 2.35 ERA.
Rookie Pitcher Looking to Be Reds’ Postseason Weapon
For the first time since 2020, the Cincinnati Reds are heading to the postseason as they will lace up the cleats down in Los Angeles to take on the Dodgers in a best-of-three Wild Card Series. Along with the big names like Elly De La Cruz and Hunter Greene being obvious keys to taking down the mighty Dodgers, reliever Connor Phillips may be one of their most important players in this upcoming series.
Most Important Stretch of Reds Baseball in Five Years Upcoming
Through a year of frustrations, hope, and everything in between, the Cincinnati Reds are now in possession of the final Wild Card spot with six games remaining in the season. They have the same record as the flailing New York Mets (80 – 76), but they do hold the tiebreaker over them. Most Important Stretch of Reds Baseball in Five Years Upcoming The season is no longer a marathon, as it will conclude with a six-game sprint: three against Pittsburgh at home and three against Milwaukee on the road.
Analyzing TJ Friedl’s Performance and Future
Center fielder TJ Friedl has been solid for the Cincinnati Reds ever since his debut in 2021. He has a bit of an up and down habit where one good season is followed by a down year. In 2025, he is in one of his “good” seasons, which begs the question: What should the Cincinnati Reds do with Friedl following this season? Analyzing TJ Friedl’s Performance and Future Despite being already 29 years-old, Friedl is just now entering arbitration following the 2025 season.
The Stability of Hunter Greene’s Dominance
After spending nearly three months on the injured list with a strained right groin, Hunter Greene has returned to the Cincinnati Reds starting rotation. He has made two starts since his return on August 14th and has not missed a beat. Every postseason team needs a legit number one ace to lead the team, and Greene has proven to be just that for the Reds. While they are most likely not making it into October this year, Greene will be their number one guy whenever they do make it in the future.
Fatigue Could Be Catching Up with Elly De La Cruz
The heart and soul of the Cincinnati Reds is, without a doubt, their 23-year-old shortstop Elly De La Cruz. In his third major league season, De La Cruz started off hot, making his second consecutive All-Star team, and looked like he was taking yet another step forward in his game. However, it seems like the wheels have fallen off in the past month or so in many aspects of his game.
How Noelvi Marte’s Transition to Right Field Helps the Reds
A mid-season position change is a difficult task to handle for any big leaguer, let alone a 23-year-old coming off a down season. However, that is exactly what Reds youngster Noevli Marte has done this season, making the change from third base to right field. The former top prospect was a shortstop converted to third base, and is now roaming right field, a position he has never played at any level in the past.
Cincinnati Reds Abrupt Fall from Postseason Contention
The day is August 15th, 2025, and the Cincinnati Reds are just 0.5 games back of a Wild Card spot, right in the rear view of the faltering New York Mets. Now, just two weeks later, they have fallen all the way back to 4.0 games back, with a near-impossible mountain to climb in search of their first postseason appearance since 2020. What happened?
Reds Top Prospect Sal Stewart Due For a Call-Up
The Cincinnati Reds are on a mad chase for a Wild Card spot, currently just 1.5 games behind the sputtering New York Mets. They have not played their best baseball as of late, struggling heavily on offense, and have not been able to capitalize on the current collapse in Queens. Reds Top Prospect Sal Stewart Due For a Call-Up They are dealing with the vaunted Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend and dropped an absolute heartbreaker Friday night.
Reds Outfielder’s Offensive Struggles Call for a Lineup Change
For months now, Cincinnati Reds outfielder Austin Hays has been slotted in the cleanup spot in the lineup. While his .775 OPS mark on the year doesn’t seem too bad, his hot stretch from earlier in the season is doing the heavy lifting. With Austin Hays Struggling, It’s Time to Move Him Out of the Reds’ Cleanup Spot Hays lit it up in his very first impression in Cincinnati, posting a 209 wRC+ in March/April.
Reds Will Need to Decide on Re-Signing Former Top Prospect Outfielder
Former top prospect and two-time World Series champion Gavin Lux was brought over to the Cincinnati Reds on a one-year, $3.325 million contract. He has performed essentially as expected, while handling a true utility role for the first time in his career. With the second half of the season well underway and the Reds looking for a postseason push, Gavin Lux is in the midst of this stretch.
Miguel Andujar to the Reds: Full Trade Breakdown
Andujar’s 2025 Production The former New York Yankees budding superstar posted 2.8 bWAR in 2018, coming in second behind Shohei Ohtani for the American League Rookie of the Year Award. He has failed to produce just 1.0 bWAR in a season since, with a 0.4 bWAR in 2024 as his second-highest mark in his career. On the season, he is slashing .298/.329/.436 for a .765 OPS and 110 OPS+. He is a plus offensively, but grades out poorly defensively in the outfield and the infield.
Zack Littell to the Reds: Full Trade Breakdown
Mere minutes after a gritty 5-2 win over the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers Wednesday night, the Cincinnati Reds made a trade to acquire Tampa Bay Rays starting pitcher Zack Littell. Cincinnati is sending minor league pitchers Adam Serwinowski and Brian Van Belle to Tampa in return. Reds Acquire Starter Zack Littell in Trade with Rays Littell just tossed five scoreless innings in the Bronx tonight against the New York Yankees, lowering his season ERA to 3.58.
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